"Since that was the case, I would have to trouble you for a while." Lin Xin thought it over. He truly knew nothing about Central Prefecture, so the best approach was to first find somewhere to settle down and slowly inquire into the situation. He also needed a period of peace to carefully study the Green Fish Lantern's effects on his body.
Sure enough, upon hearing Lin Xin's decision, both Ma Yuan and his daughter seemed to let out a sigh of relief.
"Then let's do this: we'll first deliver the goods in this town, then head straight to my relatives' place to stay." Ma Yuan hurriedly said. "My Ma family is considered a distinguished clan in nearby She Lin City. Once I've made the arrangements, High Person can rest here in peace for a while. After you understand the surrounding environment, it won't be too late to make further plans."
Lin Xin nodded. "That works. After traveling for so long, it's time to freshen up properly."
The group first went to a place that looked like a trading house. Ma Yuan took out a small pouch and delivered the goods, then without stopping for breath went straight to a carriage yard to hire several horse carriages. After buying food and drink, they headed directly for nearby She Lin City.
The largest settlement beside Flower Drum Town was She Lin City. It was the central trading point that absorbed the specialties of little towns like Flower Drum Town from the surrounding area. Its many sundries markets drew merchants from faraway places to purchase goods.
After only a day's journey, Ma Yuan and the others brought Lin Xin before a deep, sprawling residence within the city, its vermilion gates guarded by stone lions.
The group entered through a side gate, where